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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced Post Malone's December concert in Guwahati as part of the state's new concert tourism policy. The move follows successful international acts like Coldplay and Ed Sheeran performing in India recently. While referencing Meghalaya's concert culture, Sarma highlighted the economic potential seen in Coldplay's ₹600 crore Gujarat impact. Malone's team hasn't officially confirmed the Guwahati date yet.

Key Points: Post Malone to Headline Guwahati Concert as Assam Launches Tourism Push

  • Post Malone's first India show since 2022 Mumbai gig
  • Part of Assam's concert tourism push
  • Coldplay, Ed Sheeran set recent India benchmarks
  • No official confirmation from Malone's team yet
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American rapper Post Malone to perform in Guwahati, confirms CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma confirms Post Malone's December concert in Guwahati under the state's new 'concert economy' initiative.

"Our neighbouring state, Meghalaya has been holding concerts... We had mentioned a policy on concert tourism in this year’s budget. – Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, May 21

US-based rapper Post Malone is all set to perform in Guwahati this December.

On Wednesday, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared the update at a press conference in Golaghat. The concert would be a part of the state government's newly launched 'concert economy' initiative.

"Our neighbouring state, Meghalaya, has been holding concerts, and there was a Coldplay concert in Ahmedabad, which reportedly generated Rs 600 crore in revenue for the state. We had mentioned a policy on concert tourism in this year's budget. The Cabinet approved this today [Wednesday]," said Sarma.

Post Malone's debut India concert was in 2022, a part of Zomato's Feeding India initiative at Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Race Course. His Guwahati show is scheduled to be held on December 8.

However, there's no official confirmation from the rapper yet.

Concert culture is seeing an unbridled rise in India. Earlier in January, British rock band Coldplay performed blockbuster gigs in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Then, in February, global artist Ed Sheeran enthralled the audience with his concert across the nation.

A few days ago, Guns N' Roses delivered an electrifying performance in Mumbai.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Wow! Never thought Guwahati would host international artists like Post Malone. This is a great move by Assam govt to boost tourism and local economy. Hope this brings more opportunities for Northeast artists too! 🤩
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Priya M.
Exciting news but I hope they don't ignore local Assamese artists in this 'concert economy'. Our own cultural heritage needs equal promotion along with international acts.
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Arjun S.
️Post Malone in Guwahati? That's lit! But ticket prices better be reasonable yaar. Mumbai concerts are already too expensive for middle class fans.
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Neha T.
Good initiative but I hope the government ensures proper infrastructure and security arrangements. Remember the stampede risks we've seen at other major events?
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Sanjay R.
While international concerts are great, I wonder if this money could be better spent improving Assam's education and healthcare facilities first. Priorities matter.
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Deepika B.
As someone from Guwahati, I'm so proud! Finally Northeast getting recognition on global entertainment map. Maybe next we'll get BTS? 😉 #AssamRising

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